Baltimore & Annapolis Trail – B&A Trail loop from Baltimore & Annapolis Trail Parking
Baltimore & Annapolis Trail – B&A Trail loop from Baltimore & Annapolis Trail Parking
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Baltimore & Annapolis Trail – B&A Trail loop from Baltimore & Annapolis Trail Parking
01:49
31.1km
140m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 8, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 31.0 km for 51 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
Get Directions
2.78 km
Baltimore & Annapolis Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
15.5 km
Ruins
Ruins
20.7 km
Cattail Creek Natural Area
Highlight • Natural
Tip by
23.0 km
B&A Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
24.5 km
Baltimore and Annapolis Trail (East Coast Greenway)
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
31.1 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
30.9 km
115 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
18.7 km
11.7 km
534 m
115 m
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Description
If you're looking for an accessible and enjoyable ride, the Baltimore & Annapolis Trail – B&A Trail loop from Baltimore & Annapolis Trail Parking is an excellent choice for touring cyclists. This easy 19.3-mile (31.1 km) route features a gentle 454 feet (138 metres) of elevation gain, making it a comfortable journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes. It's perfectly suited for cyclists of all ages and skill levels seeking a less strenuous outing with plenty to see.
What to expect on Baltimore & Annapolis Trail – B&A Trail loop from Baltimore & Annapolis Trail Parking
This route offers a varied and engaging scenic journey, mostly on a smooth, paved surface. You'll weave through peaceful wooded areas, past quiet open spaces, and even catch glimpses of horse farms. As you progress, the scenery shifts towards more suburban neighborhoods, particularly as you head north. A unique highlight is the Planet Walk, a scale model of the solar system with interpretive displays located between Glen Burnie and Severna Park. The trail is predominantly flat with gentle gradients, ensuring an easy ride for everyone.
Planning your visit
The trail offers multiple convenient access points and parking areas along its length. For amenities, you'll find plentiful food and rest stops in towns like Severna Park and Pasadena. The historic Earleigh Heights Ranger Station, an 1889 building that once served as a train station, now functions as a ranger station and railroad museum, providing restrooms and picnic areas for a comfortable break during your ride.
Trail details
- Distance: 19.3 miles (31.1 km)
- Elevation gain: 454 feet (138 metres)
- Difficulty: easy
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 48 minutes
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